Advanced Carp Fishing
April 2006
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Editorial
Jacko On Carp
Mr Nice Guy, Lee Jackson, has certainly caught his fair share of big fish. But how does he do it? This month Jacko turns target man and reveals his secrets.
Bait Kitchen
Pellet posers, boilie bafflements and flavour flounderings all feature heavily in the bait guru’s kitchen. Tony Mills answers your questions.
What effect does temperature have on carp and should you take this into account when prebaiting? You certainly should. Resident professor Dave Moore explains all.
Northern Lights
Lee Birch goes through the agony and ecstasy of carp angling. This is riveting reading as Linch Hill and
Great Scott
This popular series delves into the mystery of small carp. Where do they go and why don’t match anglers catch them. Dr Carp himself, Simon Scott, tells you why.
Nash Double Top Comp
The real innovator of carp fishing, Mr Kevin Nash, produces a gem of a bivvy and you can win one. We have got five to give away.
Weekender
Steve Renyard goes back to his roots for this month’s Weekender. Expect the usual thrills and chills as the lake freezes up for realist Steve. Is he crazy?
Castle’s Class
The real boffin of the carp world, Pete Castle, gives us the lowdown on water colour. Discover how you must change your tactics accordingly.
Greys Platinum Comp
Do you need a set of new rods for this season? We have two sets of three Greys Platinums to give away worth nearly £1,400.
Cash’s Corner
The legend that is Richard Farnan has been on the prowl for all things carpy this month. Read his ramblings as this feature quickly develops a cult following… his words.
Five-Minute Interview
Big Bill, bait maker Bill Cottam, is our man in the spotlight. Whether it’s essential oils or boilies, he’s the man. But what do we know about him? Gawthorn’s Way
Dave’s been there, done that and got the T-shirt! Exclusive to ACF, Dave looks at his choice of equipment. It’s an unsponsored-tackle fest!
Small-Water Stalking
The living scarecrow, Steve Noctor, reveals the tactics that have seen him land fish in excess of 40lb. Awesome stalking skills are on view.
Why, Why, Why?
Mr Media himself, Leon Bartropp, begins an exclusive series for ACF. He starts by looking at watercraft from a different angle. Before, during and after. Very crafty – er cunning.
Carp Idol 2006
We bring you the biggest, brightest and boldest new talent. The Daiwa-backed competition sees Jim Matthews telling us to keep it simple. You need to read this!
Inside The Mind
Larger than life, and also controversial, Jim Shelley gives his verdict on the future of English heritage fish. Step up on the box Jim.
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